General Manager Hotel Suffolk (New Purchase) £70,000 per annum

Coniston Scott Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel recruitment agency is seeking an experienced General Manager for a newly purchased hotel in Suffolk. This role focuses on defining a new business model based on a London boutique style. The ideal candidate will have a strong F&B background and experience managing revenue streams in quality properties. Responsibilities include optimizing commercial activities, monitoring departmental profitability, and developing a cohesive team. A hands-on leadership approach and commitment to customer service are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as General Manager in a boutique hotel.
• Strong knowledge in food and beverage operations.
• Ability to drive new revenue streams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Optimize commercial activities and meet property objectives.
• Monitor profitability across all departments.
• Lead forecasting, budgeting, and reporting activities.
• Develop and maintain a cohesive team.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Financial acumen (P&L)

Communication skills

Revenue management

Job description

General Manager Hotel Suffolk (New Purchase) £70,000 per annum

Are you an experienced General Manager looking for a new challenge?

My client with has recently purchased 7 hotels and one of the hotels within its portfolio is in Suffolk they are looking to develop the new style for the business with this property at the forefront of defining the new business style. It will be based on a London boutique model so it is an amazing opportunity and a great investment led group to be part of.

You will have a background in quality properties with a strong F&B & Leisure background. You will be used to working in a fast paced property and strive to ensure you excel in meeting our customers needs. You will understand how to grow revenue streams and this property will top out at its initial phase at a turnover around £6M

Main Responsibilities;

• Optimize commercial activities within a very competitive environment to ensure the properties objectives are met.
• Monitor and maximize the profitability of all departments.
• Lead with an active role in forecasting, budgeting and reporting for the hotel.
• Develop an effective, cohesive & competent team.
• Ensure all standards and procedures are met.
• To embrace and focus on the highest levels of quality in respect to both the hard and soft aspects of the business.

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience as General Manager in a Boutique Hotel with an understanding of the emerging marketplace
• Strong F&B and used to driving new revenue streams
• Great P&L knowledge
• Ability to lead, coach and animate the Hotel team
• Passionate, with a hands-on approach
• Has a personal commitment to hospitality, customer service & quality
• Strong business acumen combined with an excellent leadership and liaison skills.
• Is committed to the development of the business and the hotel team.